EPMB Malaysia Phase 2 expansion lifts Melaka annual capacity to 30,000 vehicles Reported on December 12, 2025, EP Manufacturing Berhad (EPMB) launched Phase 2 of its Melaka assembly plant, raising annual capacity from 6,000 to 30,000 units. This announcement was accompanied by the first CKD GWM WEY G9 PHEV MPV coming off the line in Malaysia.  EPMB has evolved from a Tier-1 parts supplier into a vertically integrated contract assembler for globa...

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GWM WEY G9 PHEV CKD production begins in Malaysia Reported on December 12, 2025, GWM Malaysia confirmed that the first locally assembled (CKD) WEY G9 units have already rolled off the line at the EP Manufacturing (EPMB) plant in Melaka, marking the first Chinese new-energy MPV to be assembled in Malaysia. The model was first shown locally at the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) in 2024. The launch of this MPV PHEV has slipped fro...

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y 2026, 60% by 2029, and 80% from 2030, supported by a planned supplier park. At full capacity, the plant is expected to create 5,000–15,000 direct jobs. Initially, the plant will assemble right-hand-drive VF 3, VF 5, VF 6, and VF 7 models for Indonesia, with electric two-wheelers and an electric MPV to follow from 2026. (From Vingroup press release dated December 15, 2025)...

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and CPCA press releases (China’s monthly sales figures) Vehicle sales data (flash report for November 2025) November 2025 Jan. – Nov. 2025 Sales vol. (1,000 units) Share (%) y/y (%) Sales vol. (1,000 units) Share (%) y/y (%) Sedan 1,260 36.7 1.4 11,300 36.3 10.2 MPV 104 3.0 -13.3 1,101 3.5 20.3 SUV 1,646 48.0 2.5 14,534 46.7 11.6 Mini Van 27 0.8 -18.2 322 1.0 35.5 PV Total 3,037 88.6 1.2 27,256 87...

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Huawei-backed HIMA unveils Luxeed V9 MPV On December 9, the Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA) unveiled the Luxeed V9, its first MPV. The model is positioned as a mid-to-large-size MPV and available in EV (battery electric vehicle) and REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) variants, with the market launch expected in the spring of 2026. The “V” stands for victory, and the “9” represents a technology flagship among HIMA products...

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date—bringing year-to-date volume in Vietnam to 147,450 units and reinforcing its market leadership. The surge was driven by the Green lineup, led by the Limo Green with 9,642 units, the highest monthly sales ever for a single model. The Limo Green has also become Vietnam’s best-selling 7-seat MPV, reaching 16,146 units in just four months on sale. Other strong performers in November included the VF 3 (4,655 units), VF 5 (3,072 units), VF 6...

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BAW Ruisheng launches Ruisheng M8 MPV On December 5, Ruisheng, a Beijing Automobile Works (BAW) sub-brand, launched the Ruisheng M8 large MPV. The model is available in eight REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) and EV (battery electric vehicle) variants, with prices ranging from CNY 149,800 to CNY 219,800. The Ruisheng M8 adopts a unique exterior design and measures 5,317mm long, 1,870mm wide, and 1,955mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,200mm. The...

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Citroen unveils ELO concept car in Europe On December 9, Citroen unveiled the ELO concept car as a vision of its future approach to mobility, following the Oli concept introduced in 2022. ELO is presented as a fully electric, compact MPV-inspired vehicle designed around a dedicated EV architecture with the motor mounted on the rear axle, allowing a compact exterior footprint of 4.10 meters to deliver an exceptionally spacious and ultra-modular in...

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cal assembly operations for both passenger vehicles and motorcycles. The collaboration will see vehicle assembly operations commence by the end of 2026. The partnership will have exclusive distribution rights for the SWM luxury brand in Egypt. It will introduce two new models: G01 PRO SUV and G03 F MPV in Egypt. General Misr will also plan motorcycle assembly for SWM models in cooperation with Shineray Group.  The first shipment of SWM G03F vehi...

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Faraday Future first full knockdown kits for FX Super One MPV arrives in U.S. On December 3, Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. announced that the first batch of knockdown kits for FX Super One MPV have successfully cleared customs at the Port of Long Beach and is on the way to its manufacturing facility in Hanford, California for final assembly.  This marks a major milestone as the Super One moves towards the first pre-production vehicle ...

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All-new Mitsubishi Destinator launched in Vietnam, global rollout to follow Announced on December 1, 2025, Mitsubishi Motors Vietnam (MMV) officially began sales of the all-new Destinator, a 7-seat Versatile Premium Family SUV priced from VND 780 million. Developed through extensive research on Southeast Asian road conditions and customer needs, the Destinator blends SUV performance with MPV-level space and practicality. Key highlights include a ...

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hibited the 2026 Raptor with further upgrades in appearance, power, range, and intelligence, as well as the H6L with the Coffee OS 3 intelligent cockpit system and a GWM in-house developed 6th-generation powertrain. The WEY sub-brand exhibited the Gaoshan 7 mid-to-large-size plug-in hybrid electric MPV that comes standard with an intelligent 4WD layout and a LiDAR. The Poer sub-brand launched the 2026 Poer pickup truck, which, built on the Tank p...

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GWM to introduce WEY G9 PHEV to Thai market at Motor Expo 2025 Announced on November 24, 2025, GWM (Thailand) will officially introduce the WEY G9 PHEV to the Thai public at Motor Expo 2025 from November 28. The high-end WEY G9 Luxury MPV combines advanced technology with refined design. It features Hi4 Technology, Thailand’s first intelligent hybrid all-wheel-drive system, pairing a twin electric motor setup with a gasoline engine, and Coffee ...

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GJAW 2025: VinFast showcases Limo Green MPV and VF Wild Concept pickup in Indonesia On November 21, 2025, at the GAIKINDO Jakarta AutoShow (GJAW 2025), running through November 30, VinFast unveiled an exclusive first look in Indonesia at the seven-seat, three-row Limo Green MPV, ahead of its planned local launch in March 2026. The event also marked the Indonesian first public showcase of the VF Wild concept.  The Limo Green, measuring (LWH) 4,73...

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Toyota Indonesia announces world premiere of locally-made Veloz Hybrid EV Announced on November 24, 2025, PT Toyota-Astra Motor (TAM) opened GAIKINDO Jakarta Auto Week (GJAW) 2025 with a major milestone: the world premiere of the locally produced New Veloz Hybrid EV. The New Veloz Hybrid EV ushers in a new electrified era for Toyota’s flagship family MPV, offering strong performance, excellent fuel efficiency, and easy maintenance through its s...

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Auto Guangzhou 2025: Geely Galaxy debuts V900 range-extended electric MPV On November 21, at the Auto Guangzhou 2025 motor show (exhibition period: November 21-30), Galaxy, a Geely sub-brand, debuted the V900 flagship range-extended electric MPV. The V900 measures 5,360mm long and 1,998mm wide, with a wheelbase of 3,200mm and a rear trunk volume of up to 1,100L. The V900 features a Geely super AI range-extending system and a 4WD layout. Equipped ...

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Auto Guangzhou 2025: BAIC Arcfox unveils its first luxury mid-to-large-size MPV model On November 21, at the Auto Guangzhou 2025 motor show (exhibition period: November 21-30), BAIC Arcfox unveiled its first luxury mid-to-large-size MPV model. Inheriting the Arc-Flow design concept, the MPV model makes the debut of transverse headlights with pulsed light languages and measures 5,300mm in length and 3,200mm in wheelbase. Built on the Polaris archi...

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Auto Guangzhou 2025: Buick globally debuts, starts accepting pre-orders for Electra Encasa plug-in hybrid electric MPV On November 21, at the Auto Guangzhou 2025 motor show (exhibition period: November 21-30), Buick globally debuted and started accepting pre-orders for the Electra Encasa flagship plug-in hybrid electric MPV. The Electra Encasa measures 5,260mm long, 2,023mm wide, and 1,820mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,160mm. The Electra Encasa f...

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XPeng launches X9 REEV MPV On November 20, XPeng launched the X9 REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) MPV, its first super REEV model. The model is available in two variants priced at CNY 309,800 and CNY 329,800, respectively. The X9 REEV measures 5,316mm long, 1,988mm wide, and 1,785mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,160mm. The X9 REEV features a single-motor RWD layout and the Kunpeng super REEV technology. Equipped with an 85kW 1.5T high-efficie...

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” The company outlined long-term investment plans centered on localized operations, green mobility, and deeper integration into the Australian market. Three global models were introduced locally: (i) the AION V, an intelligent and spacious SUV; (ii) the M8 PHEV, Australia’s first plug-in hybrid MPV; and (iii) the EMZOOM, a stylish intelligent SUV. In line with Australia’s National Electric Vehicle Strategy, which targets a 30% share for new...

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